On today's episode, we are honoured to welcome Laurence Girard, CEO and Founder of Fruit Street and a venture capitalist at Healthcare Shares. Laurence has dedicated his career to addressing critical issues in public health, focusing on preventative healthcare, digital health, and telemedicine. His companies have been at the forefront of innovative solutions to combat lifestyle-related chronic conditions. Through Fruit Street, Laurence has pioneered telemedicine-based diabetes prevention programs and established new models for public health engagement. Additionally, as a VC, he supports early-stage healthcare ventures, helping drive impactful solutions in the health sector.